Nikon Rumors

New Viltrox 2.0x teleconverter for Nikon Z-mount now available for pre-order

By [NR] admin | Published: November 25, 2025

The previously reported Viltrox 2.0x teleconverter for Nikon Z-mount (see patent) is now available for pre-order at B&H Photo for $280 – that is less than half the price of the Nikon version ($647).

Additional information:

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Venus Optics Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D tilt-shift 0.5x macro lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced

By [NR] admin | Published: November 25, 2025

The previously reported Venus Optics Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D tilt-shift 0.5x macro lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announed and available for order (coming soon to B&H Photo).

Designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras and also compatible with GFX/XCD medium-format systems, the new Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× macro lens with 3-in-1 optic combines tilt, shift, and half-macro capabilities into a single, compact package (±12mm of shift on full frame and ±8mm on medium format). The Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5x Macro boasts the Zero-D (Zero Distortion) optical design, ensuring sharp, geometrically accurate images. The APO (Apochromatic) elements deliver impeccable color fidelity and edge-to-edge clarity, while a bright f/2.8 aperture excels in low-light conditions. The price is USD 1,249.

Additional information can be found here and here:

Posted in Nikon Lenses| Tagged Chinese lenses for Nikon cameras, third party lenses for Nikon Z-mount, Venus Optics, Venus Optics Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D tilt-shift 0.5x macro| 23 Comments

New BrightinStar MF 50mm f/0.95 II full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount announced

By [NR] admin | Published: November 24, 2025

BrightinStar announced a new MF 50mm f/0.95 II full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount. Orders are now open at:

Additional information:

Posted in Nikon Lenses| Tagged Brightin Star, Chinese lenses for Nikon cameras, third party lenses for Nikon Z-mount| 61 Comments

Is Nikon Professional Services worth it in the US? My honest take as a Platinum Member

By [NR] admin | Published: November 24, 2025

The post “Is Nikon Professional Services worth it in the US? My honest take as a Platinum Member” is by Joseph Nuzzo (website | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | X):

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The lens manufacturer Artra released a new “Camera One” photography inspired watch (coupon code included)

By [NR] admin | Published: November 24, 2025

There is a new photography-inspired watch created by Artra Designs (the same company that makes the Artra lenses, sold at B&H Photo and Amazon – see previous coverage).

You can get a small discount when you use the coupon code LEICARUMORS when you order from their official website.

Artra Designs’ “Camera One” collection is a series of limited-edition mechanical watches rendered in premium materials with hand-finished movements visible through sapphire casebacks that pay homage to the golden age of photography, drawing inspiration from iconic cameras and lenses dating back to 1878. Each timepiece features dials and details crafted to resemble camera apertures, shutter blades, depth-of-field scales, and film advance mechanisms. The new Camera One limited edition watch comes in five different configurations (two of them are sold out already):

Additional information:

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Black Friday promo codes

By [NR] admin | Published: November 24, 2025

Black Friday promo codes:

FieldMade 10% off code: BFCM25
DxO promo 5% off code: RUMORS
Light Lens Lab lenses 5% code: RUMORS
Gura Gear: RUMORS
Viltrox 5% off code: NIKONRUMORS
7artisans 5% off code: RUMORS
BrightinStar $5 off code: RUMORS
Funleader 5% code: LEICARUMORS
Oowlkrown 10% off code: LEICARUMORS10
Thypoch 5% off code: THYPOCH
IDSworks 10% off code: RUMORS
Luminar 10% off code: RUMORS
Oberwerth 10% off code: RUMORS
SquareHood 20% off code: BF20
Aftershoot 15% off code: RUMORS
Artra CameraOne photography watch code: LEICARUMORS
Akara 50% off SlimSkinNoGrip cases code: NonGripHalfPrice

Some of the above coupon codes may work on top of the already existing Balck Friday deals:

BLACK FRIDAY

Via PhotoRumors

Posted in Deals| Tagged Black Friday, dxo coupon code, Gura Gear camera bags coupon code, Oberwerth coupon code, Topaz Labs coupon code| 24 Comments

Weekly Nikon news flash #862

By [NR] admin | Published: November 23, 2025

→ The Peak Design Pro Tripod, which raised $4.6 million earlier this year, is now available for purchase at B&H Photo (additional information).

→ The Nikon MH-26a battery charger is now discontinued (the Nikon MH-26a battery charger was used for the EN-EL18 series batteries used in cameras like the Nikon D4, D4S, D5, and Z9)